Premier League confirm important date that Newcastle United will hope matters to them

By Jordan Cronin
Published 25th Mar 2021, 14:48 BST
Updated 25th Mar 2021, 14:58 BST
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The Premier League have announced the 2021/22 season will begin on August 14.

After the start of this season was delayed until September due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the top-flight is set to revert back to its August start date.

The campaign will run until May 22, while the FA Cup final traditionally takes place after the league season has ended.

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Newcastle United’s precarious position in the table means Steve Bruce’s side are still unsure on what division they’ll be next term.

The No Room For Racism badge on a Newcastle United shirt during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Southampton at St. James Park. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)The No Room For Racism badge on a Newcastle United shirt during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Southampton at St. James Park. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)
The No Room For Racism badge on a Newcastle United shirt during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Southampton at St. James Park. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

The Magpies are just two points above Fulham in the relegation zone with nine games left to play.

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